Aim Audio have just announced a promotion that sees a significant discount applied to their Essence microphone. From now until 1 October 2026, or while stocks last, the mic will be reduced from its usual cost of $699£549 / €629 to just $499£349 / €399.
Manufactured in Berlin, Germany, the mic features a patented switchable, level-matched transformer- or electronically-balanced output stage that’s designed to give users instant tonal flexibility. It also includes a built-in peak indicator, dimmable backlit controls and direct-to-stand mounting. We reviewed the mic along with its sibling, the Inspire, in the November 2025 issue of SOS — click here to check it out.
Key Features
- All-metal housing, with unique resonance-busting oval design.
- Class-leading audio performance.
- Ultra-low 8dBA self-noise and exceptional headroom (>140 dBA at 0.05% THD)
- Patented switchable and level-matched Transformer or Electronic (FET) balanced output stages.
- Custom-wound toroidal audio transformer with VITROPERM core
- One-inch large-diaphragm true-condenser capsule (six-micron gold sputtered mylar).
- Sound chosen by double-blind listening tests, steered by industry professionals.
- Integrated peak-level metering.
- Backlit controls (dimmable and lockable).
- Built-in direct-to-stand mounting.
- -10dB pad
- 80Hz low-cut switch.
- Powered by regular 48V phantom power
- Made in Berlin, Germany.
“This price reduction is the result of cost optimisation in our Berlin facility. By refining our manufacturing process, we’ve been able to bring the price of the Essence down to a level never seen before for this class of microphone. We’ve always believed that high-end studio tools should be accessible to more creators and we’re proud to make the Essence more attainable, without compromising the quality and innovation Aim is known for”. - Xavier Presser, VP of Engineering at Aim Audio
Pricing & Availability
The Essence is currently (3 June 2026) priced at $499£349 / €399, reduced from its full cost of $699£549 / €629. GBP prices include VAT.
The promotion will be running until 1 October 2026, or while stocks last, and is available via the company’s web store and through authorised dealers. More information can be found on the Aim Audio website.
